The Function of the Pars Valentior in the 'Defensor Pacis' of Marsilius of Padua: Political or Philosophical Player?

  • Antonio Sparano Universidad de Buenos Aires
Keywords: MARSILIUS OF PADUA, DEFENSOR PACIS, PARS VALENTIOR, CIVITAS, UNIVERSITAS CIVIUM

Abstract

In this paper I propose to clarify the nature, function and political or philosophical value of the pars valentior. I will try to show: 1) that its function within the civitas is not identical or similar to that of universitas civium; 2) that, being a body whose role is active in the legislative process, its task cannot be considered as purely consultative.

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Published
2018-10-01
How to Cite
Sparano, A. (2018). The Function of the Pars Valentior in the ’Defensor Pacis’ of Marsilius of Padua: Political or Philosophical Player?. Patristica Et Mediævalia, 39, 79-91. Retrieved from http://revistascientificas.filo.uba.ar/index.php/petm/article/view/7365
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